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USC Trojans Hosting Elite California Running Back Recruit on Unofficial Visit

Victor Valley (Calif.) 2029 running back Makai Buchanan is a highly coveted underclassman. The local star posted on his social media that he will be returning to USC for another visit on Wednesday, June 10. Buchanan has visited the Trojans multiple times since last summer.

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USC Trojans Basketball Stars Don't Hold Back on Next Season's Potential

Following the 2025 season, the USC Trojans basketball team has an opportunity to make a significant impact with the return of three key players, in addition to bringing several players through the transfer portal and high school recruiting.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / June 9

USC Trojans Fans Will Love Latest Preseason Top 25 Rankings

The USC Trojans men’s basketball team is still seeking their first NCAA Tournament appearance under coach Eric Musselman. Musselman is entering his third season with USC.

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USC Trojans Coach Lincoln Riley Makes Hot Seat Rankings for Intriguing Reason

As the USC Trojans enter year five of the Lincoln Riley era, how hot is the seat underneath him? College football analyst Brooks Austin, host of the "The Film Guy Network" podcast, recently ranked the 10 college football coaches with the hottest seats before the 2026 season.

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USC Trojans to Host Pair of Corona Centennial Standouts on Recruiting Visits

USC running backs coach Anthony Jones attended Corona Centennial’s (Calif.) College Showcase in late January to checkout 2028 three-star running back Malaki Davis.

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USC’s No. 1 Nationally Ranked Recruit Officially Joins the Trojans

It was a less than ideal season for the Women of Troy last season, finishing with an overall record 18-14 and a second-round exit while missing their star player in JuJu Watkins.

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Five-Star Recruit Tyzon Swann Talks Family Ties With USC Trojans Before First Visit

Henry E. Lackey (Md.) 2028 five-star defensive lineman Tyzon Swann’s busy summer itinerary rolls on with a cross-country trip to Los Angeles for an extended trip with the USC Trojans on June 10-12. Swann is not only set to get his first look at USC this week but it will also be his first time in the state of California.

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Three USC Trojan Baseball Players That Could Leave for MLB Draft

On June 7, USC baseball’s 2026 campaign ended in a tough 4-3 loss to North Carolina in the Chapel Hill Super Regional. While it was not the outcome the

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / June 9

One Area USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Must Improve Heading Into Next Season

After a solid showing during the 2025 season, USC Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava has an opportunity to take a step forward and have an even better season in 2026 with coach Lincoln Riley, who has proven the ability to develop elite quarterbacks at the collegiate level.

Tobias Raymond News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

USC Trojans Roster Shuffling Creates New Strength

Tobias Raymond started last season at guard, but with starting left tackle Elijah Paige suffering two separate lower-body injuries that kept him out of

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

Three Intriguing Storylines for USC in Hypothetical College Football Playoff Bracket

Following another season where the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley were unable to qualify for the College Football Playoff, the pressure has only continued to ramp up.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

USC Women's Basketball Big Ten Schedule Becoming More Clear

Following a 2025-26 season that saw the USC Trojans women’s basketball team take a step back, finishing with an 18-14 overall record and going 9-9 in Big

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

One Big Reason To Be Optimistic About USC Baseball

The ending to the USC Trojans season against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the Chapel Hill Super Regional was one of the more crushing defeats that a team has had throughout an NCAA Tournament filled with several thrilling moments.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

USC Makes Major Move for California Four-Star Recruit Landon Miller

USC is beginning to host a plethora of top recruits in the 2028 class this summer, including one from the Bay Area at the end of last week. De La Salle (Calif.) 2028 four-star linebacker Landon Miller made the trip down to Southern California for a multi-day trip with USC on June 4-5.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

USC Trojans Hosting Impressive Group of Recruits on Unofficial Visits

USC hosted a pair of talented linebackers in the 2028 class at the end of last week in Santa Margarita (Calif.) four-star Allen “Cinco” Kennett V and De

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Four-Star USC Trojans Commit Shuts Down Recruitment

From May 29 through May 31, USC hosted 12 commits of their 2027 recruiting class. The weekend was an opportunity for the commits to meet each other, participate in photoshoots and content while meeting with the Trojans coaching staff.

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Predicting USC Trojans' Top Pass Rushers Next Season

For the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley, it seems that the 2026 season is not only critical but also includes several tough opponents. With the schedule that USC has, the defense may need to take a major step forward, specifically the pass rush, to disrupt opposing pass attacks and generate consistent stops.

North Carolina Coach Scott Forbes Doesn't Mince Words About USC Baseball

The USC Trojans lost Game 3 of the Chapel Hill Regional in heartbreaking fashion after the North Carolina Tar Heels walked it off, sending themselves to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, and sending USC home.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 8

Two Games on USC's Schedule That Could Change the Trojans' Season

In the 2025 season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley showed they could win games against solid Big Ten competition with wins against Michigan and Iowa, but they still were unable to qualify for the College Football Playoff.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 7

Key USC Trojans Coming Off Significant Injuries This Offseason

USC battled numerous injuries throughout the 2025 season. They were constantly reshuffling their offensive line, while running back King Miller began last season as a fourth-string walk-on.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / June 7

Two Reasons Why Next Season Could Be Lincoln Riley’s Best at USC

Heading into the 2026 season, the USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley do appear to have a significant amount of pressure to perform. However, after what seems to be a strong offseason, Riley and the Trojans could be in a great position to silence the critics.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / June 7